1/32 scale. Vought F4U-1A Corsair. Tamiya. This is a highly detailed model recreating the F4U-1A variant of the highly popular Corsair model. Newly-designed parts are included in the kit to accurately capture the modifications which distinguish it from the original F4U-1. The F4U-1A drew on the experience of Navy and US Marine Corps pilots' experience with the original aircraft, making modifications to further improve the performance of this legendary bird. Kit features more than 450 parts in grey plastic (plus 11 for the two figures); 49 parts in clear (includes 22 limited edition clear cowl parts); four black plastic pieces; two frets of photoetch; one self-adhesive metallic name plate; a self-adhesive masking sheet; two vinyl tires; two metal rods; one screw; one nut; one small screwdriver; one poly cap; two decal sheets with markings for three schemes. Flaps and elevators can also be depicted in open or closed positions,starboard wing spoiler is recreated, includes two types of tail landing gear wheel to enable depiction of elongated strut, comes with parts depicting drop tank and 500lb bomb, the complex Pratt & Whitney R-2800 engine is faithfully depicted in all its glory, including early variant distributor. Removable 2-piece engine cowl allows the engine to be viewed.